Vision disorder

This study tests an experimental drug called ultevursen for people with retinitis pigmentosa caused by a specific gene mutation (USH2A). The drug is injected into the eye and may help slow vision loss. The trial involves 81 participants, some of whom will receive a sham (fake) in…

This study aimed to transplant insulin-producing cells into the front chamber of the eye for people with type 1 diabetes and poor vision. The goal was to see if the procedure was safe for the eye. However, the trial was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results a…

This study tests whether using artificial intelligence (AI) to screen for diabetic eye disease during regular primary care visits helps more people get timely eye exams and follow-up care. About 1,700 adults with diabetes who haven't had an eye exam in the past year will take par…

This study tests whether an AI-assisted screening tool can detect visual impairment more accurately and efficiently than traditional methods in community settings. About 400 adults aged 50 and older will undergo vision screening and provide feedback. The goal is to see if the AI …

This study tests whether a short audiovisual educational program can help people with vision loss better understand and cope with common emotional challenges like grief and isolation. Participants answer questions, watch the program, and then answer more questions. The goal is to…

Researchers are testing whether transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), a non-invasive procedure that delivers magnetic pulses to the visual cortex, can improve eyesight in people with visual impairment. The trial enrolls 300 adults who have had cataract surgery or have a clear …

This trial tests whether a 6-week Reformer Pilates program can improve balance, walking patterns, and muscle strength in children and adolescents with visual impairment. Participants aged 10 to 17 are randomly assigned to either the exercise group or a control group that continue…

This pilot study tests whether stroboscopic vision training glasses can enhance visual and athletic performance in high school softball players. The glasses flicker between clear and opaque, briefly removing visual information to train the connection between eyes, brain, and body…

This study looks at whether traditional exercises like Tai Chi and Baduanjin can help visually impaired university students improve their balance, mood, and quality of life. Ninety participants will be split into three groups: Tai Chi, Baduanjin, or regular physical education cla…

This study investigates whether performing the same visual search task repeatedly in a block changes how people search compared to when tasks are randomly mixed. Healthy adults with normal color vision will complete four search tasks where the target stays the same but distractor…

This observational study will follow 2,500 adults with vision loss from nAMD or DME who are already prescribed aflibercept 8 mg by their doctors. Researchers will collect data from routine visits over up to 24 months to see how vision changes. The goal is to understand how well t…

This study aims to help adults aged 40 and older in Upper Manhattan get better eye care. It will offer free eye screenings at local health centers and senior centers, and provide support like scheduling appointments and transportation. The goal is to see if this extra help leads …

This study looks at how to better check vision in older adults (65+) who come to the hospital after a fall. Falls are common and costly, and poor eyesight can double the risk of falling again. Researchers will talk to patients, carers, and health professionals to develop a practi…

This study looks at whether common balance tests can tell doctors why a person is having trouble with balance. Researchers will test 330 people, including healthy volunteers and patients with stroke, vision problems, inner ear issues, spine problems, or spinal cord damage. The go…

This study aims to find out if changes in blood markers can predict whether exercise helps improve vision. Researchers will compare aerobic exercise to balance training in 14 sedentary adults aged 18 to 89 with vision disorders. The goal is to understand how exercise might protec…

This study looks at how the brain's visual system changes in the year after a stroke that damages the vision center. Researchers will measure vision and brain structure over time, and give participants a home-based computer training program that asks them to detect moving dots. T…

This study looks at the eye care needs of children and adolescents with special needs, who are much more likely to have vision problems than other kids. Researchers will interview parents and teachers to find out what makes it hard or easy to get eye care. The goal is to identify…

This study offers free vision screenings to underserved adults over 40 living in affordable housing in Harlem and Washington Heights. The goal is to find eye problems like glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy early and connect people with follow-up care. About 749 partic…

This study looks at how the brain handles visual information by measuring eye movements in healthy adults. Researchers will show images on a screen and track participants' eye movements using a special camera. The goal is to better understand normal vision, not to treat any disea…

This study reviews the medical records of 2,000 people in Upper Egypt who applied for visual disability certification between 2020 and 2024. Researchers will analyze eye exams and tests to find the most common diseases causing severe vision loss. The goal is to understand which c…